What reading level is Pearl Harbor?

Pearl Harbor by Jennifer Swanson is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Pearl Harbor appropriate for?

Pearl Harbor is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is Pearl Harbor?

Pearl Harbor is fiction — Juvenile Nonfiction.

Does Pearl Harbor have any content warnings?

Pearl Harbor has a HootRating of 9ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Pearl Harbor?

Pearl Harbor by Jennifer Swanson is 106 pages.

Pearl Harbor

Jennifer Swanson

Pearl Harbor

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jennifer Swanson

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The roar of airplanes fills the clear blue sky as the peaceful Sunday morning in Hawaii suddenly erupts into chaos. Smoke curls up from battleships and the salty sea air mixes with the sharp scent of burning fuel. In the middle of it all, Nanea and her family face a moment that will change their lives forever, capturing the fear and courage of that unforgettable day.

Themes

Historical FamilyWar & ConflictComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical fiction book introduces readers to the events of the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor through the eyes of Nanea, an American Girl BeForever character. It combines real historical facts with personal stories, making it accessible for ages 9-12. The book includes illustrations and handles the topic sensitively, suitable for young readers interested in history.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional

Emotional

Moderate ←

Physical

Moderate

Social

Light

Thematic

Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

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Details

Book Length

106 pages

ISBN: 9781338148947
Pages: 106
Publisher: American Girl: Real Stories fr
Published: 2018
Type: Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Pearl Harbor, Attack On, 1941World War, 1939-1945CausesForeign RelationsPearl HarborAttack on1941World War1939-1945United States, Foreign RelationsJapan, Foreign Relations, United StatesUnited StatesJapan

Places

United StatesJapan